Aerospace Advantage - Episode 292 - The Rendezvous

FY27 Budget, Space Force Launch, and the Future of Airpower

In this episode, our team assesses Congress’ response to the FY27 defense budget request. We also discuss SDA’s new leadership, as well as Space Force’s requirement for a third heavy launch site. When it comes to airpower, we explain the importance of the MQ-9 in current ops, plus the significance of E-7, EA-37B, and B-21 program developments. Our team wraps up exploring the latest trends in the Ukraine conflict.

Guests

Lt. Gen. David A. Deptula, USAF (Ret.)Dean, The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies
Charles GalbreathDirector and Senior Resident Fellow for Spacepower Studies, The Mitchell Institute Spacepower Advantage Center of Excellence
Doug BirkeyExecutive Director, The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies
Todd “Sledge” HarmerSenior Vice President, American Defense International
Anthony “Lazer” LazarskiPrincipal, Cornerstone Government Affairs

Host

Heather PenneyDirector of Studies and Research, The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies

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Credits

Producer
Shane Thin

Executive Producer
Doug Birkey

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